Code of Ethics of the Professional Construction Estimators Association of America, Inc.

This Association expects that the following rules shall guide the acts of each of its members.

Members shall…

Be guided in all relations by high standards of integrity and fair dealing

Uphold before the public at all times the dignity of the profession generally and the reputation of the Association

Avoid and discourage exaggeration and unwarranted statements

Refuse to undertake work believed to be unprofitable to the principle without first advising of the improbability of successful results

Uphold the principal that unreasonably low prices frequently result in inferior and unreliable work

Refuse the loan of their name to any questionable enterprise

Be conservative in estimates, reports, testimony, etc. in connection with the promotion of any business enterprise

Not engage in any project which is contrary to law or public welfare

Not falsely or maliciously injure directly or indirectly the reputation, prospects, or general welfare of another

Not attempt to conceal oversights or errors to lessen responsibility of mistakes

Present contracts that are sound and fair to all parties; contractor, principal and owners

Treat with the strictest confidence the prices, sub-bids and other information furnished by sub-contractors and suppliers

Not divulge any business secrets or confidential knowledge of principal's business affairs

Under no circumstances be guilty of undignified or questionable professional conduct or behavior that could unfavorably reflect upon the Professional Construction Estimators Association and/or the Association's individual members